FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots NFL: 1. Aikman’s take: In his first year as the analyst for ESPN’s Monday Night Football, Troy Aikman will get an up close look at quarterback Mac Jones and the Patriots twice – Oct. 24 versus the Chicago Bears The 12th of December … Read more
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Notes and quick thoughts around FOXBOROUGH, Mass. New England Patriots NFL: 1. Judon is stronger than the rest: Linebacker is one of the mysteries that remain unsolved in 2021. Matthew JudonLack of production has slowed down the homestretch. Judon had 12.5 sacks in his first 13 games. However, he was held without … Read more
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick thoughts and notes about the New England Patriots NFL: 1. Mac’s edge: Robert Kraft, Patriots owner said that in March the quarterback Mac Jones Jones was “respectful” of his rookie season, and that he believes Jones “has a little bit more edge than we’ve seen.” It is now. Two weeks remain … Read more
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick thoughts and notes about the New England Patriots NFL: 1. Same ol’ Bill: Bill Belichick is 70 years old. The same as it was in the past. While there were many takeaways from last week’s media preview of Patriots spring practice, perhaps none is more important than this: His tank is … Read more
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick thoughts and notes about the New England PatriotsNFL: 1. The top priorities:The Patriots lost 47-17 to the playoffs after their season. Buffalo BillsIn the event that they couldn’t force punts, the knee-jerk response was that defense should be the team’s top priority in the offseason. Defense. And more defense. It still … Read more